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Construction underway of major timber roof for ZGF’s Portland airport expansion

Archinect

As we reported last year, the ZGF -designed expansion will include a roof formed of 2.5 New images of the scheme by roof installers Mammoet show components for the timber roof being moved into place on the construction site. million feet of timber. The next set.

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Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials

Aric Gitomer Architect

Every homeowner must replace their roof shingles at some point. Roofs are the “guardians” of your home. Their primary job to withstand harsh weather makes it necessary for you to select a high-quality roof for your home. Selecting the right kind of roof in the present could save you money in the long term. How to Proceed.

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Green Roof Systems: Design, Installation, and Maintenance

Architecture Ideas

Have you ever thought your existing roof could use a little greenery? This new type of roofing system changes how homeowners and cities view roofing. . Welcome to the science of green roofing. . Green roofing as a concept is not new. So how does green roofing help you as a homeowner? Green Roofing 101.

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NASA explores potential for green roofs to lower temperatures in cities

Archinect

In a study published in the journal Sustainable Cities and Society , the group used satellite imagery to measure temperatures at three rooftop gardens in Chicago compared to before the roof gardens were installed.

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Facade installation underway on MAD Architects’ first North American residential rental tower

Archinect

View this post on Instagram A post shared by One River North (@onerivernorth) The scheme’s defining exterior element is a sharp carved opening midway up the tower, cutting through the upper section of the tower towards the roof. The opening will contain a network of footpaths and planting.

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Metal Roofing Vs. Standing Seam Roofing: Which Is Better?

Architecture Ideas

When it comes to roofing, the list of materials you can construct it out of may seem endless. Two popular options are metal roofing and standing seam roofing. This article compares metal roofing vs. standing seam roofing to help you determine which is better for your home or building. What Is Metal Roofing?

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James Turrell installs illuminated skylight at New York City school

Deezen

"Turrell’s Skyspaces are specifically proportioned chambers where viewers have a unique and personal experience of the sky through a knife-edged aperture in the roof," said Turrell's team. A metal gable roof atop the aperture slides open to expose it to the elements. The photography is by John Galayda unless otherwise noted.